Workshops
May
July
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Color Theory | May 4, 1-4pm
This in-person class will take place at The Visual Arts Center of Richmond. Get an introduction to the color wheel using watercolors. Learn color theory basics including warm and cool colors, primary colors, color triads, and complimentary colors.
Writing Artist’s Statements | Mondays, 6-8:30pm, June 9 - 30th
This in-person writing class at The Visual Art Center of Richmond dives into the world of artist’s statements and is geared toward artists at any stage in their studio practice. During class time, participants will complete exercises to develop a unique writing practice. The instructor will present about the ways artists have used the written word historically and about how artist’s statements shape contemporary art practices. We will read and discuss artist’s statements and texts about art writing. Students will write two different artist’s statements and the instructor will facilitate time for each artist to receive individualized feedback from the entire group (both instructor and peers) on their statements.
Students will leave the class with multiple resources, useful writing prompts, and a robust set of suggested edits for their statements. They will develop a diversified awareness of approaches and methods for writing about visual art and increase their effectiveness in using the written word to advocate for professional opportunities.
Art Writing For Studio Artists | July
This four-week online course will increase partipant’s competency in creating the type of writing needed as professional studio artists. We will read and analyze different types of writing created about and by practicing artists including artist’s statements, interviews, and art criticism, as well as texts about the practice of writing. Students will develop writing about their own work through reflective prompts and directed peer workshopping. Throughout the course, participants will improve their writing skills and ability to express the ideas driving their practices through the written word. The class will allow participants to grow a writing practice that is in dialogue with their peers and broad visual art discourses.
Artist’s Statement One-On-One Session
This is an individual writing workshop opportunity. You will book your spot for a 1 hour video call session and written feedback on your artist's statement. I will suggest edits, discuss the flow of your writing, and offer up a few suggested readings to bolster your thoughts about your work.
Artist Mentorship
Book your spot for a 1 hour video call with feedback custom fit to your needs including critique, consultation on professional practices, or guidance planning an exhibition.
June
About Sarah
Sarah Irvin is an interdisciplinary artist, curator, and educator with experience mentoring artists through virtual critique groups, individual mentorship, workshops, and teaching at the university level.
Testimonials
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"Our time with Sarah was meaningful and each artist had a chance to get direct and important feedback on their statements. I walked away feeling more confident in my ability to describe my artwork and put it into words for my viewers. I feel excited to explore the world of art writing whereas before it was a bit daunting! Sarah provided helpful feedback, resources and prompts for practice. I highlight recommend participating!"
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"Sarah’s mentorship is like a coffee chat with your favorite professor. She is encouraging and inquisitive, offering questions, prompts, references, and feedback that will stick with you and propel your practice forward!"
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"Working with Sarah has strengthened my work and invited curiosity and deeper thinking about the smallest of details. She has introduced me to philosophical structures that I didn't know existed and never thought I'd be able to access. Her kindness, rigour and ability to find connections between so many different ways of thinking and being is amazing to experience. I also find that those drawn to work with her are like minded and my community of artists has grown from working in groups and one on one with Sarah."